Protective style
A style that tucks the ends away and limits daily handling, worn mostly on afro-textured hair.
Also: protective hairstyle
A protective style keeps the hair's ends tucked in and needs little daily combing or heat, which reduces breakage, especially for type 4 hair. Braids, twists, cornrows, locs, buns, wigs and weaves are all used this way and are often kept in for several weeks. The hair underneath still needs washing and moisture. Styles that pull too tight at the hairline can damage the edges, so braiders and wearers watch the tension.